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Beautiful Renovated Family Home Close to the City and Beaches

Balaclava, Victoria, Australia
Preferred Destination: Italy
Alternate Destination: Open to any destination

House
Available Dates:
From September 1, 2026 until October 1, 2026

Description

**MORE PHOTOS TO COME** Our home is located in a fantastic city-fringe suburb that offers the very best of Melbourne. It’s the perfect blend of convenience and lifestyle: only a 10-minute train ride into the central city, and a 10-minute tram ride to beautiful beaches, bayside walking paths and coastal playgrounds. It’s an ideal location for anyone wanting easy access to both culture and coastline. We are looking to rent or swap our home between January and March (or April) while we are in Europe. For a swap, we’re open to any location in Italy with reasonably easy access to an airport. The house is fully furnished with new designer furniture and has been recently renovated with comfort and relaxed modern style in mind. Inside the home, you’ll find: A spacious entertainer’s kitchen with a full butler’s pantry, two ovens, an air fryer, coffee machine, smoothie blender, microwave and every appliance a home cook could want. Three large bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms including a bathtub, and a separate study ideal for working or reading. Two living spaces, giving families room to spread out. Family-friendly amenities, including a trampoline, LEGO, craft supplies, children’s books and toys. A small swimming pool, perfect for warm summer afternoons. This period — January through March/April — is the most beautiful time of year to be in Melbourne. Expect warm weather, long balmy evenings, outdoor cinemas, festivals, beach days, markets and an abundance of family-friendly activities run by local councils. We’re also a short walk from a vibrant high street with fantastic cafés, bakeries, restaurants, supermarkets, a library, parks, boutique shops, chemists and everything you might need. Public transport is very close, making it easy to explore the whole city without a car. For swaps: We have a gentle, child-friendly and very independent cat who is used to the house. Ideally, we would love for him to stay on the property during the swap if possible. For rentals: We’re also happy for him to stay, and can offer a reduced rate if you’re comfortable having him there. He requires minimal care and is extremely low maintenance. We’re more than happy to help families integrate while here — if you'd like your children to meet local kids, we can introduce you to families we know so your little ones can settle in and feel connected. Whether you’re interested in a rental or an Italy-based home swap, we’d love to chat. Our home is a warm, stylish and wonderfully convenient base for an unforgettable Melbourne summer.

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
690 m2

Suited For
5

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 1, 2026 until October 1, 2026

Minimum Stay

4 Weeks

Comments: Availability TBC. Please contact to discuss.

Location

House in Balaclava, Victoria, Australia

Closest University

Monash University Caulfield Campus

Nearby Universities
RMIT University - Melbourne City Campus | Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus | The University of Melbourne | Monash University Clayton Campus
Neighborhood

Balaclava

Nearby Cities

Melbourne

Comments: Our home is city-fringe (10 mins by train to the CBD) and down the road to wonderful beaches - the best of both worlds. We live a short walk from a vibrant high street and public transport. It's family friendly, with playgrounds & a library.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: We are open to discussion about your needs.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: We will consider a reduced rate if our very independent Russian Blue cat can remain on the property. Otherwise he will not be here.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fitness

Pool

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: This home is newly renovated. It is furnished with high-quality designer furniture and the entertainer's kitchen has two ovens, air fryer, induction cooktop, Ninja smoothie maker, and more. There is ample storage, a study, and separate laundry.

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
3
2 Adults | 1 Child

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

Italy

Flexibility

Open to a home exchange in any destination

Comments: Our preference is somewhere in Italy, with easy access to an airport.

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
2


Bathrooms
1


Offices
0

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Comments: If we did a house swap rather than a rental, it would be myself, my husband and our son (7).

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